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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are empowering people all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are considering more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so quickly. How can participants assure that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is passable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by organizations like Spain to conduct these MOOC classes? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to grasp how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and numerous other participants want to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational ventures. Corporations want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be made better. In response to this expanding desideratum for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This interesting new book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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